Unfortunately, deciding on a career path has seldom been a matter of pure personal interest, and is often swayed by extraneous variables, such as societal expectations, which have restricted our views of what defines a career, and what makes it a successful one. Misconceptions of what constitutes a rewarding career can lead us astray, and can influence us to such a great extent that we lose sight of what we truly relish in doing. In some cases, that particular passion of yours that you’ve set aside as merely a leisure activity can in reality make the best career from which you reap the most benefits both on the personal and professional levels.... Read More ...

There is an endless array of possibilities that you can consider when seeking a job or attempting to gain employment. In many cases, family members have mutual interests and target similar work fields. This can prompt the creation of family-run businesses, which call for ongoing commitment and involvement on behalf of family members. For that reason, many people in a similar situation are propelled to look into the non-conventional path of working in a business owned or run by a family member, and are sometimes coerced to partake in it. Working in a family business is a delicate matter that can be convenient in many regards, but one that will inevitably turn against you if you don’t manage it properly.... Read More ...

The process of adapting to a new work environment and job position can be quite challenging. Meeting your new coworkers and your boss, getting yourself acquainted with the responsibilities that are expected of you, and building a positive emotional connection with the new role can be a lot to take in all at once.

To top it off, your position is not guaranteed for the first three months or so, as you go through what is typically termed as a “probation period”. While the probationary period allows the employer to terminate you if you’re not doing well at your job, it also gives you the opportunity to assess the workplace and the job that you’ve been given, and can choose to leave if it doesn’t fit what you’re looking for.... Read More ...

Job security is one of the most sought after characteristics that career seekers nowadays look for when looking for jobs. As many workers place the stability of their income as a priority, coming across a temporary job vacancy can seem to be risky. Temporary jobs can take form in any field of employment, ranging from administration, HR, education, etc… Depending on your situation, there are upsides as well as downsides to accepting such an opportunity. In this article, Akhtaboot puts forwards some considerations to take into account when making your decision, in addition to tips on how to make the best out of your experience if you opt to pursue it.... Read More ...

The notion of being an entrepreneur is often romanticized and depicted as an extremely lucrative alternative for job seekers trying to make it in the workforce. Yet, many shun away from such a path because they dread facing any unfortunate outcomes that may emerge from it, or because they deem it to be unpromising in their case. Such reasons are completely understandable, and they constitute reasonable grounds for shying away from such a decision.

However, your choice not to take pivotal risks on the large scale doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to abide by a strictly conventional work style. Most people mistakenly perceive work styles as a very nuanced matter, while in reality, they can be extremely flexible.... Read More ...

Attempting to establish your own startup is a risky gamble that certainly demands much of your time and effort, and offers no guarantees for success. While many don’t mind taking a shot in the dark, most people are incapable of contending with the repercussions of failure that may follow. The painful truth is that witnessing the failure of your startup can be psychologically devastating and can take a toll on your financial resources. However, although it might feel like you’ve hit rock bottom, bouncing back from such a failure is a very possible, yet quite challenging endeavor. It involves not only replenishing your emotional stamina but also working on arming yourself with the skills you acquired from this experience and transferring them into your desired employment field.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot is an online career network that is committed to providing a user-friendly, effective, and efficient way of linking the right person to the right career opportunity in the MENA region.

With a user-friendly interface, superior searching functionality, and a charismatic brand, Akhtaboot can now match its 50,000 daily job seekers with over 5,000 registered employers – including international players such as Pepsi, Total, and Marriott Global.